Henry Ford

The story, in brief.

Henry Ford was an American industrialist and business magnate. As the founder of the Ford Motor Company, he is credited as a pioneer in making automobiles affordable for middle-class Americans through the system that came to be known as Fordism. In 1911, he was awarded a patent for the transmission mechanism that would be used in the Ford Model T and other automobiles.

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A life in milestones.

Selected records from Wikidata. Ages are approximate; “c.” marks uncertain dates. This is a starting point for exploration, not a complete life history.

1. 1863
   Life

   Born in Springwells Township

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2. 1928~ age 65
   Recognition

   Elliott Cresson Medal

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3. 1936~ age 73
   Recognition

   Holley Medal

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4. 1938~ age 75
   Recognition

   Grand Cross of the Order of the German Eagle

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5. 1939~ age 76
   Recognition

   James Watt International Medal

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6. 1947~ age 84
   Life

   Death

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